William was born on a farm near the city of Renatus, from the day he could walk and talk he had dreamt of becoming a adventurer and seeking his fame and fortune in the world so upon reaching the age of twenty. William joined a caravan of merchants as a hired hand, heading the city of Haense. Upon reaching the city, William took his earnings buying armor and a sword, before journeying back to Renatus to become a sword for hire.